Project Manager - Electronic Security

 

Main characteristics

Location

Boston, Massachusetts

Company

Allied Universal® Technology Services

Industry

Security & Safety|Security

Job summary

Overview

When you join Allied Universal® Technology Services, you are joining one of the fastest growing security systems integrators in North America. Build your career within a fast-paced, dynamic, and diverse environment that combines leading-edge technology solutions - electronic access control, video surveillance, alarm monitoring, emergency communications, robotics, drones, and other smart tech innovative solutions - with physical security solutions to safeguard our clients and our communities.

Job Description

Allied Universal Technology Services is hiring a Project Manager to plan, organize, direct and control project-planning and performance activities for effective management of electronic security installation. Projects include, but are not limited to, all aspects of systems scheduling, field installation, commissioning QC/QA and financial success. Responsible for overall project budget management, project surveys, material procurement, project implementation and inspection scheduling. The Project Director must be capable of executing portfolio of projects varying in size and high degree of complexity on time and within budget through effective communication, preparation and management.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Maintain an active and thoughtful communication pattern with vendors, internal and external customers while balancing time versus profits to make sure efforts reflect and anticipated return (revenue, growth and customer retention)

Consistently and effectively determine, allocate, and maximize available resources through project planning to ensure the achievement of sales and project management objectives

Establish and maintain an in-depth knowledge of the industry and competitive practices as they relate to multiple markets

Implements changes in project, contract price and installation plans to include the estimation, development and submission of Change Orders

Support company's invoicing and collection efforts by not only ensuring all contractual terms and conditions are met initially, but by ensuring all invoicing is completed accurately and on time by aggressively monitoring the reports in ERP System and following up with customers management and customers on a consistent basis

Manage Project budget and project P&L responsibility

Prepares the project installation plan, determines goals, manages the plan, prepares and implements job procedures

Maintains construction schedules and coordinates task-scheduling with other trades

Maintains all records of job status, job changes and material flow

Defines project problems by working with financial, contract management and management tools to assure project profitability

Plans and schedules engineering, installation and subcontracting activities

Supervise installation labor and sub-contractors

Prioritize team workload to ensure quality results are delivered on time and within budget

Troubleshoot project issues and engage appropriate management and resources as needed to mitigate impacts

Develop fallback and contingency plans

QUALIFICATIONS:

High School Diploma required; Associates Degree preferred

At least six years of project management experience, electronic security industry experience is preferred

A proven track record and verified references relating to the ability to manager 4+ Million Dollar projects to schedule and budget.

Expert knowledge of PM techniques and tools, general knowledge of contract laws and regulations.

PMP from the Project Management Institute, preferred.

Ability to work independently, and perform tasks of moderate to high complexity, which requires knowledge of technical and business environments.

Factory certifications in relevant technology platforms is a plus (Software House, Lenel, Brivo, Open Options, Exacq, American Dynamics, Milestone, OnSSI, etc.).

Proficient with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Project and SharePoint).

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with both internal and external customers

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Team Player with strong work ethic

Excellent follow-up and leadership skills

Strong analytical decision-making capabilities

Self-motivated with the ability to motivate and influence others

Must be able to manage multiple tasks while meeting strict deadlines

Experience in the security industry is preferred

Ability to conduct site walks and attend onsite customer meeting

Benefits:

Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance

Enrollment in our company's 401 (k) or Supplemental Income Plan, subject to eligibility requirements

Eight paid holidays annually, five sick days, and four personal days

Vacation time offered at an accrual rate of 3.08 hours biweekly. Unused vacation is only paid out where required by law.

Closing

Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: (url removed)

If you have any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Diversity and Inclusion, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: (url removed)/offices.

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